Skillet Shepherd's Pie

By cindyandmojo

Traditional shepherd’s pie can take at least an hour to prepare; this version is ready in just 18 minutes thanks to frozen mixed veggies, store-bought gravy and ready-made mashed potatoes.

Ingredients

• 1 pound(s) lean ground beef
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 clove(s) garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon(s) dried thyme leaves
• 1/4 teaspoon(s) pepper
• 3 cup(s) frozen mixed vegetables
• 1 can(s) (14 1⁄2 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
• 1 jar(s) (12 oz) Bistro Au Jus gravy (Heinz)
• 1 container(s) (2 lb) refrigerated mashed potatoes
• 2 tablespoon(s) grated Parmesan

Details

Servings 5
Preparation time 8mins
Cooking time 18mins
Adapted from delish.com

Preparation

Step 1

Heat broiler. Heat ovenproof nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, onion, garlic, thyme and pepper; cook, breaking up meat, 5 minutes or until browned. Stir in vegetables, tomatoes and gravy; simmer, covered, 5 minutes.

Meanwhile, heat potatoes in microwave as package directs. Drop spoonfuls of potatoes on top of beef mixture; sprinkle with Parmesan. Place under broiler for 3 to 5 minutes until topping is browned.